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LGBT Travel Top Destinations & Hot Trends for LGBT Travellers TB 0803 2019 Cover 06/03/2019 15:08 Page 3 March 8 2019 | ISSUE NO 2,099 | travelbulletin.co.uk LGBT travel top destinations & hot trends for LGBT travellers this week 19 agent insight 8 bulletin briefing 12 Pacific Islands 23 Ben from Venture John from Elite on the Cyprus Beautiful Samoa Travel on selling to airline industry and shares its knowledge the LGBT market the impact of Brexit How luxurious Limassol is changing with agents the way holidaymakers see Cyprus S01 TB 0803 2019 Start_Layout 1 05/03/2019 12:03 Page 2 S01 TB 0803 2019 Start_Layout 1 05/03/2019 12:03 Page 3 newsbulletin TING WITH A STING... THE ST. KITTS Tourism Authority’s UK sales representative, Gillian Young, has been treating travel agents across the UK to a taste of St. Kitts, in the form of a ‘Ting with a Sting’ cocktail. Made by mixing the regional rum with Carribean grapefruit soda, Ting, the boozy beverage served as an icebreaker for agents to find out more about the island’s tropical food and drink offerings. Pictured from the left is Antony Di Liseo, Grace Wright, Ben Batty, Gillian Young (tourism board), Tessa Dance and Nick Prentice of Turquoise Holidays in Wandsworth. The SKTA has a number of agent incentives in place, including £30 plus bonuses for each St. Kitts booking logged onto the St. Kitts Reward Programme before April 30, as part of its participation with the My Booking Rewards Peaks Campaign. Smooth Sailing: UK cruise industry on the rise in spite of Brexit fears THE UK cruise industry is showing resilience despite Brexit to be protected by EU regulations on maritime passengers’ concerns across much of the travel industry, with Cruise rights, which is expected to translate into UK law in the Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland near future. Likewise, planes will still fly between the UK expected to confirm a 2.1% rise in first-time cruise and EU after March 29, with the EU and UK to continue to customers last year over the same period in 2017. cooperate in this sector for mutual benefits. The total number of cruises taken between January and However, passengers are still advised to take out September has increased to 1,338,000 – 28,000 more than appropriate travel insurance and check the terms and the same period the year before. conditions of their bookings. Passengers and agents are Figures suggest post-Christmas sales are showing encouraged to check with respective cruise lines if they strong demand from cruise customers, putting the UK’s have any questions. cruise industry in a relatively comfortable position despite Andy Harmer, CLIA UK & Ireland director, commented: the nation’s political uncertainties. “We welcome this advice and hopes it reassures UK and EU It remains to be seen if Brexit will have a serious long-term citizens planning a cruise holiday. We would also advise impact on the UK cruise industry, but operations are expected that all UK travellers check the expiry date of their passport to continue on the same basis after March 29 as they are today. when booking travel arrangements, and ensure that there The UK Government and ABTA have issued guidance for is at least six months’ validity at time of travel.” passengers worried about Brexit, reassuring passengers CLIA UK & Ireland will announce its full-year figures for embarking on cruises from UK ports that they will continue 2018 in the spring. agent bulletin event bulletin Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa - incentives, fam trips and check out the highlights of our LGBT This week training opportunities showcase in Manchester Inset 09 16 news puzzle bulletin cyprus the weekly round-up of news from play Su Doku to win a £50 how luxurious Limassol is changing © EdNurg across the travel industry M&S voucher the way holidaymakers see Cyprus - 04 11 19 Main : agent insight lgbt travel pacific islands Ben from Venture Travel Group on ‘Millions of Moments of Pride’ to be beautiful Samoa shares its knowledge 08 LGBT travel 13 had in NYC 23 with agents Cover Pictures travelbulletin.co.uk March 8 2019 3 S01 TB 0803 2019 Start_Layout 1 05/03/2019 12:03 Page 4 newsbulletin Tunisia on track for ‘ambitious’ ten million tourist target by 2020 RENE TRABELSI, Tunisia's minister for tourism, said the north African country was on track to welcome nine million tourists in 2019, a target he said is "realistic" after 8.3 million people visited in 2018. "We are ambitious but it's feasible to welcome ten million tourists by 2020," Mr Trabelsi said in an interview with Travel Bulletin at the Mediterranean International Tourism Market, which was held last week in Tunis. Mr Trabelsi said security is of paramount importance after the terror attacks in 2015, in which 38 people were killed at a Sousse beach resort and 22 people were killed at the Bardo National Museum. He said strategies such as equipping all hotels with "airport-style security" at entrances, as well as additional security on hotel beaches were important for ensuring visitors to Tunisia feel safe. A vital part of attracting growing visitors is the promotion of destinations in Tunisia away from "the classic beach holiday", Mr Trabelsi said. He cited culture, heritage, the natural environment, sporting events, adventure holidays, boutique hotels and rural breaks as alternative ways to experience Tunisia aside from "the traditional touristic areas". Fizz the season! European Waterways launches re-vamped Champagne Cruises PUT THE champers on ice – European A crowning glory on the Panache’s Waterways’ Panache hotel barge is upgraded itinerary is a trip to the upgrading its Champagne Cruises to largest Champagne house in the valley feature VIP tours at some of the – La Maison Pannier – topped off with leading Champagne houses across a private tasting. France’s famous wine region. Speaking of the new and improved Part of the barge’s itinerary is a trip Champagne Cruises, Derek Banks, to Epernay, home to the world- managing director of European renowned Moët & Chandon brand. Waterways, said: “These new VIP Located at the Avenue de Champagne excursions reflect our continuing focus in France’s famed Champagne region, on providing luxurious, memorable the cellar features 17 miles worth of experiences with a real difference.” ancient tunnels carved out of white European Waterways is offering 20% chalk stone, providing the perfect discount on the May 26, June 16 and environment for Moët’s celebrated fizz. June 30 cruise departures, cutting Likewise, the domain of Champagne prices from £4,290 to £3,430 per Henriot features a private tour of the person. This price includes independent house’s vineyard, which chauffeured transfers, facilities such as bicycles and hot tub. has been family owned since its accommodation, all gourmet meals 10% commission applies to travel founding in the late 18th century, as (including free-flowing fizz), an open agent bookings. well as a fizz-centric tasting session bar, daily excursions and admittance For more information visit and a visit to the nearby visit of Pierry. fees; as well as the use of barge www.europeanwaterways.com Wendy Wu Tours snubs Brexit drama with free trips to Asia WENDY WU Tours is offering Brits the chance to get away from all the impending doom and gloom of Brexit with free holidays to Asia. Throughout March the Asia travel specialist is offering two-night stays in Hong Kong on selected tours to China and Japan, as well as two-night beach holidays across Southeast Asia - including Phu Quoc in Vietnam, Hua Hin in Thailand and Koh Rong in Cambodia – free of charge, as well as a free three-night stays in Shimla or Ranthambore Tiger Reserve on selected tours to India. John Warr, global sales director for the company, said: “With the immediate uncertainty of Brexit on the horizon it’s clear that people are looking further afield when making their holiday plans. In January this year, 67% of our bookings were from first-time bookers to Asia and South America, testament that the long-haul market is more than holding its own in this current climate.” Wendy Wu passengers can take advantage of the free trips on selected departures from Heathrow, Gatwick and Manchester with Cathay Pacific and travel must be taken before December 31. Free holidays may be offered either A TASTE OF GREECE...To celebrate ten years of culinary expertise, Sympossio is inviting agents to broaden their before or after the main tour and can be used in conjunction palattes at Gourmet Touring events across the UK. For more with customer loyalty discounts. For more information visit information visit www.aldemar-resorts.gr www.wendywutours.co.uk/agents or call 0808 239 2197. 4 March 8 2019 travelbulletin.co.uk S02 TB 0803 2019 News 1_Layout 1 06/03/2019 15:12 Page 5 newsbulletin PREMIER HOLIDAYS is offering travel agents a place on a fam trip to Thailand on bookings made before April 30, as well as up to £150 in high street shopping vouchers for every booking made. To enter the draw, agents need to email their reference and ABTA number to [email protected] Bucket list experiences in Marbella A hole in one at ALONGSIDE THE opening of 40 new suites, Amongst Nobu Hotel’s other experiences Nobu Hotel Marbella has kicked off 2019 is a private cooking and sushi making Sandals Bahamas with the launch of personalised experiences course, where guests can learn the SANDALS EMERALD Bay to bring its guests holidays to adventurous elaborate art of sushi from the brand’s head Golf, Tennis & Spa Resort new heights.
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